Coe-Brown Northwood Academy is a comprehensive secondary institution in Northwood, New Hampshire, United States. It serves all students from the towns of Strafford, Nottingham and Northwood.
Serving 654 students in grades 9-12, Coe-brown Northwood Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Hampshire for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Hampshire state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New Hampshire state average of 18% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 654 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coe-brown Northwood Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Hampshire for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Coe-brown Northwood Academy's student population of 654 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
654 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
1867
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
16 students
School Rankings
Coe-brown Northwood Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 455 schools in New Hampshire (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coe-brown Northwood Academy is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.33. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#27 out of 455 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Hispanic
3%
8%
White
95%
82%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
24.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
20%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coe-brown Northwood Academy's ranking?
Coe-brown Northwood Academy is ranked #27 out of 455 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Hampshire.
What schools are Coe-brown Northwood Academy often compared to?
Coe-brown Northwood Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Oyster River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% NH state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% NH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coe-brown Northwood Academy?
The graduation rate of Coe-brown Northwood Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New Hampshire state average of 88%.
How many students attend Coe-brown Northwood Academy?
654 students attend Coe-brown Northwood Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Coe-brown Northwood Academy students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coe-brown Northwood Academy?
Coe-brown Northwood Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Hampshire state average of 11:1.
What grades does Coe-brown Northwood Academy offer ?
Coe-brown Northwood Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Coe-brown Northwood Academy part of?
Coe-brown Northwood Academy is part of Coe-Brown Northwood Academy School District.
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